Dawsey is a regular client of mine and always a bright spot in my schedule. She is 10 months old with a huge, bright smile. Dawsey’s parents have commemorated her first year with a custom cover coffee table book from each session. Coffee table books are a fabulous way to display and enjoy your favorite portraits for generations to come. I want to share a few pages of Dawsey’s book with you! Enjoy.

I love to photograph newborns! The adorable hands and feet, that irresistible newborn smell, and the way they wrap their hands around your finger make me swoon. My most recent newborn shoot was with beautiful Chandler. At only 8 days old, I had already heard about her stunning looks. Friends stopped me at the pool and at Harris Teeter to ask if I had seen the beautiful Chandler. Well they were right. Chandler’s session was wonderful. Here she is every bit as adorable as reported!

Few things excite me more than going back to school. I have always loved it. Call me a school geek if you will, but I will be up early on the first day. I love stuffing the new book bags full of the fresh supplies. Imagine the possibilities in a box of crayons where every tip is sharp and a notebook where not one line has yet been written on. Can you remember it?  Picking out that perfect outfit, heading to the bus stop or down the street - anxious to find out if your best friend is going to be in your homeroom. Even the learning excited me! Something new, something different - would I be wiser, would my horizons be broadened, maybe a new attitude?

I hope I pass on my love of school to my children. They came from a long line of educators so it should certainly be in their blood but I also want it to resonate in their spirits. I applaud all teachers and the like that go to school each day to touch the minds and hearts of our children. It is such an important task and even though cliché you really are shaping the future.

So far, I think I am doing a fair job of passing the torch. Jack and Kate were both up early Monday and reported fabulous first days. So here we go, if the enthusiasm could only last 179 more days! Keep up the good work and I will see you at school. If I miss you during lunch save your yeast roll for me!

I was cookin’ up some fun with my adorable nephew Travis. We pulled out all the props and had a wonderful time for his 4 month shoot. He is the spitting image of his daddy Steve. Steve loves to hunt so of course the camouflage shot is Steve’s favorite.

Reid was a pleasure to photograph. He is an adorable, happy 8 month old with such an agreeable personality! He just rolled with the flow and let us change his clothes several times no problem! Reid’s mom is Jack’s fabulous second grade teacher Mrs. Riley. We are big Mrs. Riley fans around the Sansbury household. Thanks for all you do everyday Mrs. Riley! Reid is precious. Here is a sneak peek.

I had a great time with the four Emerson children Saturday. They showed me all around their magnificent yard. Sadly our first stop was the recent grave of one of their dearly departed pet dogs. Every step of the way was an adventure. Exploring the paths, swinging and jumping on the trampoline were all included in our afternoon fun. All four children were engaging, well mannered and as you can see very photogenic!! Thanks Emersons. Can’t wait to come back next time. Here is just a quick sneak peek!

I recently had the priviledge of photographing a strong and beautiful Florence family - The Millers. In October, the Millers found out that their four year old little boy Kole had an inoperable brain tumor. When I heard about Kole from friends I immediately knew I wanted to do something to help the Miller’s through this difficult time of hospitals, treatments and stress. I contacted Lori through a mutual friend and we planned a session for fun, casual family portraits! All three of the Miller’s children are beautiful with strong spirits. I was impressed by how well they cooperated and got into the session. Precious Kole stole my heart and I hope I got some portraits that capture him the way his family and friends know him. I am sure the Miller’s would appreciate it if you could include Kole and the whole family in your prayers! Here you go Lori and Scottie! I hope you love them!

It is that time of the year when love is in the air and Valentine cards will soon be exchanged! Nothing makes a statement like custom photo Valentines. I am lucky to have a very handsome group of young men to hightlight in my custom Valentine’s. Thanks guys.

I had been looking forward to Laura’a Christening Gown session for weeks. I like a classic indoor portrait. Laura was wonderful, but when she finally tired of the long dress and formal poses we stripped her down for some tutu shots!! What an adorable baby. Love that smile.

I had a wonderful Christmas and New Year with my family. I hope each of you did too. After all the hustle and bustle settles the New Year can really be an excellent time of reflection. I am so very blessed in my life with my family, husband, children, health, friends, church, career and my photography. And these are certainly the most important gifts we can ever receive.